MEMBERSHIP

Membership

There are several ways to become a member of Christ Church:

  • If you’ve never been baptized…this is how you become a member of the Church. “Holy Baptism is full initiation by water and the Holy Spirit into Christ’s Body the Church.  The bond which God establishes in Baptism is indissoluble.” (The Book of Common Prayer, 1979).  In other words, baptism is our initiation rite, and it is the way that each Christian accepts the unconditional love of God and enters a covenant relationship with God.  Adults interested in baptism and parents who are members seeking to have their children baptized are invited to contact the clergy through the church office (850) 432-5115.

  • If you’ve been baptized in another church…then you’re already a member of the Christian faith!  To become a member of the parish, you may simply follow the instructions under “What’s Next?” and then complete our Membership Request Form by clicking on the button below that says “Membership Request.”

  • Already an Episcopalian? If you wish to transfer from another Episcopal parish, fill out and submit the Membership Request Form at the bottom of this page.  Our Church Secretary will request the membership transfer on your behalf. You are encouraged to attend the events listed below under “What’s Next” but this is optional.

What’s Next?

  • All newcomers interested in membership are invited to a short, one-time Sunday morning class called Christ Church 101/Membership Matters.

  • And as a bonus…If you are a Baptized Christian but you’ve never received the Sacrament of Confirmation, consider this as an opportunity to reaffirm your baptismal covenant and deepen your commitment to Christ’s Church.  Confirmation happens once a year when the Bishop visits. This sacrament is not a requirement of membership.  If you’re interested in being Confirmed (or Received if you are Roman Catholic or Lutheran) into the Episcopal Church, contact Kelly Heindl, (850) 432-5115 to inquire about the next Confirmation class! Confirmation classes are typically in the spring before the Bishop visits in May.

  • Are you ready to become a member now?  If so, fill out the form below.  If you have any questions, please contact Kelly Heindl at the church office.

 

Membership at Christ Church Parish carries three basic commitments:

1. Weekly participation in Sunday worship – For two thousand years, Christians have been meeting on the Lord’s Day to worship God and celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Sunday Worship is both a privilege and a duty in the Christian Life.

2. An annual pledge of financial support for the Church – When you become a member of Christ Church, and once each year thereafter, you will be asked to make a financial commitment to the church for the coming year.

3. Willingness to support and build the Church in other ways – Christ Church asks its members to help with the work of building a church spiritually and in other ways, as their time and circumstances allow.